Geoffrey Woolley

Geoffrey Harold Woolley was a British Army infantry officer, Church of England priest, and Second World War military chaplain. He holds the distinction of being the first British Territorial Army officer to be awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to British and Commonwealth forces.

During his military career, Woolley served with distinction in major global conflicts. He earned his Victoria Cross for conspicuous bravery during the First World War, and later continued his service to his country as a military chaplain during the Second World War.

His service record is distinguished by several significant military decorations, reflecting his bravery under fire and his dedicated administrative and chaplaincy service throughout his career in the British Army.